After helping the Spanish men's soccer team turn back Morocco 2-1 with an outstanding performance of one pass and one shot, successfully advancing to the final of the Olympic men's soccer team, Barcelona striker Fermín was interviewed by the media, sharing his feelings and views on the game.
Feelings and Prospects
Fermin couldn't hide his joy, he said: "I'm very happy to have reached the Olympic final, we deserve it. Every match was challenging, but our team showed great cohesion and fighting spirit. Now, we have to focus on the final and fight for higher honors."
Match Recap
Regarding the just-concluded match, Fermin said: "The Moroccan team did create a lot of trouble for us, and they showed their tenacity and excellent strength amidst the cheering of their fans. But I think we also showed our level in this game, especially when facing the pressure, we didn't retreat, but went forward with more unity. It was a great game and we deserved this win."
Individual performance and team goals
Speaking about his performance, Fermin modestly said, "I hope I can score goals in every game, but what is more important is that our team can win. I've scored four goals so far in this Olympics, which is a great start for me, but my goal was always to help the team win more games. Now that we've taken a step forward with this crucial win, it's up to us to keep working hard and be well prepared for the final."
Changes in the first and second halves
On the difference between the team's performance in the first and second halves, Fermin analyzed, "During the halftime break, we made positive adjustments and found our rhythm and confidence. At the beginning of the second half, we were obviously more active and positive, creating more attacking opportunities. I think the team's effort deserved this win, and each of us gave our all."
